Those of us that live in the Las Vegas area know how important it is to have a highly functioning air conditioning system in your home. There is simply no other way to survive the high temperatures during the summer months. When you turn your A/C on to find a foul or unfamiliar smell coming from the vents, it can be concerning. Air Supply Heating & Air Conditioning is here to talk about the most common odors found in AC units and what causes them.

AC Smells Like Rotten Eggs

Most of the time when you smell something similar to rotten eggs coming out of your AC vents, there are a couple of things that could cause this. You should be concerned about a dead animal somewhere in your ductwork or a gas leak somewhere. Both of these issues need to be looked at by a professional and shouldn’t be handled on your own.

Gun Smoke Odor

If you smell gun smoke or any kind of smoke for that matter, when you turn on your air conditioning unit, turn it off as soon as you can. A smoky smell is usually indicative of an electrical problem somewhere in your unit. Electrical problems can be dangerous and you run the risk of something catching on fire which is why you need to shut down the system as soon as possible upon smelling smoke of any kind.

AC Smells Like Sewer

No one wants to smell sewage when they turn on the air conditioner. Rather than an issue with your A/C unit, you most likely have a problem with your plumbing. If there is a leak anywhere in your plumbing, it could be leaking into your ductwork somewhere. Methane gas is flammable and poses a risk to you and your home, so it is important that you call a professional to come and evaluate the problem right away.

Air Conditioner Smells Like Stinky Feet or Has a Mildew Odor

A musty smell is probably the most common odor we find coming from our customer’s A/C units. Not only does your air conditioning system cool the air in your home, but it also works to dehumidify your home. As this moisture builds up, there is a draining system that helps get rid of it before it causes you problems. If the moisture isn’t able to drain properly, then mold and mildew can start becoming a problem. The first thing you should do is check the filter as well to see if it needs cleaning since this can cause the problem as well. If you can’t resolve the problem on your own, seek the help of a professional to avoid mold and mildew problems in your home.

Emergency Air Conditioning Repair & More in Las Vegas, Summerlin, North LV & Henderson, Nevada

Any unfamiliar or undesirable smells that may be coming from your air conditioning system need to be checked out by a professional HVAC company like Air Supply Heating & Air Conditioning. We can help you pinpoint the problem and get your air conditioner up and running again as soon as possible. Call us today!